Associate Planner

Role overview

Key responsibilities

• Manage weekly, monthly, and annual merchandise plans and inventory strategies for assigned brands.
• Share monthly projections with external brands, negotiate, advocate for business needs, and provide financial justifications.
• Use market trends, historical data, and customer and sales insights in partnership with merchants.
• Work with FP&A to assess how margin and receipt changes affect financial performance.
• Coordinate inventory strategy with Inventory Analysts and manage toward healthy inventory, turn, and EOH goals.
• Develop and analyze sales, inventory, and ad hoc reports; communicate business risks and opportunities.
• Participate in or lead category, functional, or enterprise initiatives.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional experience in merchandise planning, supply chain, finance, and/or inventory.
• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Financial and analytical aptitude and understanding of sales, margin, turn, and receipt-planning metrics.
• Able to evaluate large datasets, find trends, and develop actionable insights.
• Professional stakeholder communication, critical thinking, data influence, and strong listening skills.
• Logical approach to complex issues; strong organization, attention to detail, and multitasking ability.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including solid Excel proficiency; SAP or JDA knowledge is a plus.
• Adaptable, collaborative, open to learning, and interested in inventory best practices.

Compensation

• Pay range is $66,200 to $90,000 per year.
• Eligible associates may earn additional compensation under the company bonus plan.

Benefits

• Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.